A dishwasher that leaves standing water or gritty dishes sends a household straight back to washing by hand. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention dishwashers at the top.
Dishwasher Technicians Serving La Canada Flintridge, CA
40 repair companies serve La Canada Flintridge from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Glendale (25), La Cañada Flintridge (5), and Pasadena (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Factory Appliance Repair of La Cañada Flintridge, around 0.4 miles out. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from La Canada Flintridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.8, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Mention a major dishwasher brand | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
The leading options for La Canada Flintridge are Magic Master Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.2 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allsafe appliance repair (4.0 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 2,133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&Y Appliances (5.3 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 911 Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
The Usual Dishwasher Culprits in La Canada Flintridge
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with dishwasher not draining or dishwasher not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most dishwasher repairs involve one part and an hour or so of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Local Notes for La Canada Flintridge
Most dishwasher calls in La Canada Flintridge come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a La Canada Flintridge Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dishwasher Repair FAQs: La Canada Flintridge, CA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Do you cover La Canada Flintridge and nearby towns?
What should I do if my dishwasher is leaking?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Dishwasher Repair by Brand in La Canada Flintridge
Dishwasher Repair Near La Canada Flintridge
Before you call a La Canada Flintridge technician, clean the filter at the bottom of the tub, run the kitchen faucet until the water is hot and check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.